Spicy Chicken Salad
featured in 4 Protein-Rich Salads
A healthy and flavorful salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Tender chicken is seasoned with a spicy blend of spices, then served over a bed of greens and topped with a tangy dressing.
Tasty Team
96% would make again
Total Time
45 minutes
45 min
Prep Time
15 minutes
15 min
Cook Time
30 minutes
30 min
Total Time
45 minutes
45 min
Prep Time
15 minutes
15 min
Cook Time
30 minutes
30 min
Ingredients
for 2 servings
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups water (480 mL)
- 1 cup sake (240 mL)
- 2 slices fresh ginger
- 2 scallions, green parts only
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons chili bean paste
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed
- 1 teaspoon garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 fresh cilantro
Nutrition Info
- Calories 602
- Fat 22g
- Carbs 39g
- Fiber 6g
- Sugar 19g
- Protein 31g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- In a medium-size pot, add the chicken breast, water, sake, sliced ginger, and scallions, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once the water is boiling, flip the chicken breast over and put the lid on top of the pot. Turn off the heat and leave the pot sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Chill in the fridge.
- In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and mix well.
- On a plate, arrange the sliced tomatoes, julienned cucumbers, and sliced chicken breast.
- Top with cilantro and drizzle with sauce.
- Enjoy!
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